List of National Parks in South Carolina and Map
South Carolina is home to one National Park, Congaree National Park, along with several national historic sites and battlefields.
List of National Parks in South Carolina
Other National Park Service (NPS) Sites in South Carolina:
- Charles Pinckney National Historic Site
- Cowpens National Battlefield
- Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park
- Kings Mountain National Military Park
(You can click the image below to see South Carolina national parks map in full size)
1. Congaree National Park
Location: Near Hopkins, SC
Features: Known for its old-growth bottomland hardwood forest, Congaree National Park offers hiking, canoeing, and wildlife observation opportunities.
Highlights:
- The largest intact old-growth bottomland hardwood forest in the U.S.
- Famous for its synchronized fireflies
- Boardwalk trails, kayaking, and diverse wildlife
2. Charles Pinckney National Historic Site
Location: Mount Pleasant, SC
Focus: Preserves the home of Charles Pinckney, a signer of the U.S. Constitution, and explores his contributions to American history.
3. Cowpens National Battlefield
Location: Chesnee, SC
Focus: Commemorates the pivotal Revolutionary War battle fought on January 17, 1781.
4. Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park
Location: Charleston, SC
Focus: Includes Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired, and Fort Moultrie, showcasing the evolution of coastal defense.
5. Kings Mountain National Military Park
Location: Blacksburg, SC
Focus: Honors the Revolutionary War battle that was a turning point in the Southern campaign.
Map of national parks in South Carolina
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